If you missed your court date, you should call the court as soon as possible to explain your absence and offer to appear in court immediately. If you wait to contact the court, you could be facing a warrant and additional charges. After missing your court date, you also may want to call a criminal…
How Can a Criminal Defense Lawyer Help Me?
A criminal defense lawyer can help you in multiple ways, including: Fighting to have your charges dropped based on lack of evidence or rights violations Seeking a reduction in charges by negotiating with prosecutors for a plea deal Defending you in a court trial Seeking a reduction in penalties if you receive a conviction If…
What Is a Diversion Program?
If you were arrested for a crime in Texas, a pretrial diversion program could help you avoid the stress, strain, and uncertainty of a trial. This program offers rehabilitation instead of punishment and can prevent a criminal record. In addition, courts benefit from diversion programs by decreasing the number of cases docketed and freeing up…
What Is the Offense of Deadly Conduct in Texas?
After an incident involving a weapon, you may be facing charges and wondering, what is the offense of deadly conduct in Texas? When you are accused of using a weapon in a reckless manner, law enforcement may charge you with deadly conduct. A charge of deadly conduct in Texas could result in either a misdemeanor…
Is Marijuana Legal in Texas?
According to the Texas Controlled Substances Act, possessing, selling, making, or otherwise distributing marijuana is not legal in Texas. If you are caught with cannabis on your person, you are subject to arrest. An arrest for having or using marijuana can lead to serious criminal and financial penalties with far-reaching consequences. A drug-related arrest and…
Can You Drive a Commercial Vehicle With an Occupational Licence?
You cannot drive a commercial vehicle with an occupational driver’s license. According to the Texas Department of Public Safety (TxDPS), “An occupational driver license cannot be issued for purposes of operating a commercial motor vehicle during a period of license suspension, revocation, cancellation or denial.” If you are facing license suspension or revocation of a…